Howard Stern Opens Up About The Loss Of His Dog

Howard Stern endeared himself to a whole new audience on Tuesday, when the shock jock nearly broke down in tears several times during his SiriusXM radio show over the passing of his and wife Beth Ostrosky's beloved bulldog, Bianca.

While many fans enjoyed seeing the softer side of Howard, the "America's Got Talent" judge said he would rather not have publicly choked up, but was overcome with sadness.

"I didn't want to cry on the air, but I kind of did," he told Access Hollywood following "AGT" in Los Angeles on Wednesday. "I love my dog and that was really rough. I'm having a hard time with it and my wife is having an even harder time and we're both just devastated.

"I'm literally devastated about it," he continued, adding, "Anyone who has a dog understands and anyone who doesn't [have a dog] doesn't understand, and that's the way it goes."

"I walked upstairs today where she usually lies, like right in a certain spot and I was convinced I was going to see her," he added. "I really wanted to see her and she wasn't there and I lost it... it's tough."

Howard's fellow "AGT" judge Sharon Osbourne wasn't surprised to see the radio host reveal a moment of vulnerability, as she said there's a sensitive man under his famously tough exterior.

"I only know that side of Howard. I know his immense love of animals and we all share that love," she told Access. "Howard's just -- he's a real good guy and what can you say when you lose your love, you know? It's your baby."